Adoption Process Expectations and Steps

1) Use Buddy’s search tool to do some research on the animal you would like. Understand the particulars of the animal from breed traits, cost and fit for your household.

2) Understand that the process can be very manual and slow. We at Buddy’s are trying to improve it with our new ecosystem.

3) The form below is what can be expected to be asked from a through shelter or rescue. Be patient with the process as the animal welfare people want a good match for both of you.

4) Understand your needs as well. Considerations include time you have, your activity level, budget, kids, other animals, allergies, and current living situation to name a few.

5) Look to the long term, there is nothing as sad as having to return your new buddy (estimated 3-5% are returned!). Think about the match and use our tools to help you find the right fit and keep you new relationship strong.

Basic Information

First Name

Last Name

Email

Password

Main Phone #

Alternate Phone #

Age Range

Address Information

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip

Occupation

About your home

How many adults live in your home?

Who will be the primary caregiver?

Living Type

How many children live in your home?

What ages are they?

Do you or anyone else in your household have pet allergies?

No

Do you have a fence in yard?

No

How high is fence?

Do you own residence?

No

Do you have landlord's permission to own a dog?

No

Are there any breed or weight restrictions?

No

Your yard

Do you have a yard?

No

Do you have a pool?

No

Do you have a doggie door?

No

Your current pets

Do you have any other pets?

No

Are they spayed/neutered?

No

What Type?

DogCat

What are the sizes of the dogs in the house?

Your pet history

Have you ever owned a pet before that you no longer have?

No

Your future dog

How many hours will the dog be left alone on a typical weekday?

Where will the dog be when you’re gone?

Will any place be off-limits for the dog when you are home? (i.e.- furniture, bedrooms, etc)

Where will the dog sleep at night? (please be specific - eg. garage, kitchen, etc)

How will you train this dog?

What will the dog's diet consist of? (please include brand names, etc)